Sounds Like Teen Spirit

By Sounds Like Teen Spirit

"Sounds Like Teen Spirit" is the podcast where two mums dive into the wild world of raising teens today—because let’s face it, parenting has changed a lot since we were their age! Join Maree and Rache... more

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How many episodes does Sounds Like Teen Spirit have?

The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.

Sounds Like Teen Spirit episodes:

November 13, 2025 Going viral, staying grounded: Ben & Sienna Boyce
This week, Maree and Rachel chat with Ben & Sienna Boyce - the father-daughter duo whose hilarious and heartwarming content has captured millions of views around the world. From embarrassing drive-thru skits to debating the Prime Minister, Ben and Sienna open up about the highs and lows of going viral, the realities of family content creation, and how parents can nurture their kids’ creativity without losing their footing. This is a funny, honest, and insightful look at fame, family, and finding balance in the digital age.

About your guests:
Ben Boyce is a NZ comedian, radio & podcast host.
Sienna Boyce is Ben's daughter, a podcast host, and content creator.

About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 11-20), both your hosts bring entrepreneurial energy and real-world insight to teen parenting.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a global teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride builds AI systems that turn what's in your head into how your business runs. Previously founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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33min
November 06, 2025 Pleasure, pain & teen health with Prof. Grant Schofield
Maree and Rachel sit down with Professor Grant Schofield, leading public health expert and co-founder of PreKure, to unpack the “perfect storm” of modern teen life. From dopamine overload through social media, gaming, junk food, and vaping, to the loss of independence and free play, Professor Schofield calls out the uncomfortable truths about today’s youth health crisis. With practical advice on sleep, nutrition, and boundaries, this episode is a wake-up call for parents raising teens in the digital age.

About your guests:
Bruce Pilbrow is a Professor and Unitec and founder of Prekure.
To learn more about Prekure's work visit their website: Prekure

About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 11-20), both your hosts bring entrepreneurial energy and real-world insight to teen parenting.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a global teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride builds AI systems that turn what's in your head into how your business runs. Previously founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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42min
October 30, 2025 Understanding eating disorders: Genevieve Mora’s story
In this powerful and personal episode, Maree and Rachel sit down with Genevieve Mora - mental health advocate, app creator, and co-founder of Voices of Hope. Genevieve opens up about her journey through OCD and anorexia as a teen, and what families can do to support without smothering. From spotting the early signs to creating safe, judgment-free spaces, Genevieve shares practical insights and hope-filled wisdom for parents raising teens today.
About your guests:
Genevieve Mora is the co-founder of Voices for Hope.
To learn more visit their website: Voices for Hope

About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 11-20), both your hosts bring entrepreneurial energy and real-world insight to teen parenting.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a global teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride builds AI systems that turn what's in your head into how your business runs. Previously founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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35min
October 23, 2025 Discomfort is THE best teacher
In this episode of Sounds Like Teen Spirit, Maree and Rachel sit down with Bruce Pilbrow, CEO of Spirit of Adventure, to explore why letting teens get uncomfortable might be the best thing we can do for them. From daily ocean swims to bunking with strangers and climbing 38-metre masts, Bruce shares how structured risk builds resilience, confidence, and courage.
Plus, Year 13 student Sophie Wheelen joins to tell her story of 10 days at sea - storms, seasickness, and all - and why she came home calling it “one of the funnest things I’ve ever done.”
This is a must-listen for parents who want to help their teens grow grit, independence, and self-belief in a world that often feels too comfortable.

About your guests:Bruce Pilbrow is the CEO of Spirit of Adventure
Sophie Wheelan is a Year 13 student and participant in Spirit of Adventure.
To learn more about the work of Spirit of Adventure visit their website: Spirit of Adventure

About your hosts:In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 11-20), both your hosts bring entrepreneurial energy and real-world insight to teen parenting.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a global teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride builds AI systems that turn what's in your head into how your business runs. Previously founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!

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37min
November 28, 2024Help my teen is addicted to vaping.
Youth vaping is a widespread crisis - vaping is more accessible and appealing to teens than smoking ever was, with alarming rates of youth addiction.
It's fueled by marketing strategies targeting children with colorful designs, enticing flavors, and low prices alongside a retail strategy where vapes are sold at your teens local dairy.

Highlights:
parenting challenges with vape addiction

where to go for help

NZ legislative environment

About your guest:
Charyl Robinson is a founding member of Vape Free Kids NZ. Charyl has a personal story, with three children who have had different experiences with vaping, including addiction, avoidance, and opposition.
To learn more about the work of Vape Free Kids NZ, visit their website: Vape-Free Kids NZ

About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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43min
November 21, 2024Teenage food frenzy - balancing nutrition with convenience
Ever wondered how to manage that teenage appetite?! In this episode, we break down the talk with nutritionist and lifestyle coach, Renee Rigden on how to to make feeding teens a bit more manageable.

Highlights:
trends like high protein snacks and the Tiktok influence

why teens need more calories

the 80/20 rule for nutrition

About your guest:
Renee Rigden, a certified nutrition and lifestyle coach and a mum herself. Connect with Renee here: www.linkedin.com/in/renee-rigden-38b0618b/
Learn about Renee’s work including here teen programme, https://www.instagram.com/reneeshealthnz/profilecard/?igsh=ejBiZmk1ZDE2eG40

About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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44min
November 14, 2024Surviving First Love (as the parents!)
Young love is everything we remember - messy, hilarious, and emotional! But now, as parents, we’re in charge of guiding our teens through the highs and lows of it all.
Join us in this super practical episode with advice and thoughtful insights for helping teens make healthy, respectful choices in love.
Highlights:
do's and dont's of boundaries

romantic vs platonic dynamics

first breakups.

About your guest:
Sheridan Eketone, is a parenting coach and mum to four teens and young adults. Connect with Sheridan here: Parenting Place | Parent Coaching
Learn about the Parenting Place and their resources for parents of teens here: Parenting Place | Free parenting resources and articles

About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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45min
November 07, 202475% of kiwi teens have seen porn. What parents need to know.
Yep 75% of 14-17 year olds in New Zealand have seen porn. And yet as parents we are often too scared, ashamed or just plain weirded out to talk about it.
Highlights:
how kids access porn

impact on seeing so much porn at a young age

our role as parents navigating this new sexual landscape
About your guest:
Nikki Denholm is from The Light Project, an organisation dedicated to helping teens navigate the digital sexual landscape.
Connect with Nikki here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-denholm-mnzm-98757741/
Find out more about The Light Project | Equipping communities to navigate new porn landscape
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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50min
October 30, 2024Why Snapchat is your teens favourite app?
Ever wondered why your teens are so obsessed with Snapchat? In this episode, we break down the app's unique appeal and why it keeps teens hooked.
You’ll learn about the features they love (and why they can’t resist snapping!) and get expert tips on what parents should know.
Highlights:
The uniqueness of Snapchat’s disappearing messages

How teens use the app to communicate

Tips for parents to stay in the loop on Snapchat
About your guest:
Sean Lyons is Chief Online Safety Officer at NetSafe. Connect with Sean here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanlyons3/⁠
Read more about Nestsafe and their important work here: ⁠https://netsafe.org.nz/⁠
Netsafe guide to Snapchat Snapchat Family Toolkit - Netsafe – social media and online safety helpline
About your hosts:
In addition to wrangling 6 kids between us (ages 10-19), both of your hosts have businesses that live and breathe teens.
Maree Glading is the founder of Evre, a teen skincare brand. Connect with Maree here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mareeglading/⁠
Rachel McBride is the founder of Blaire, a teen fashion brand. Connect with Rachel here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmcbridenz/⁠
Tune in, follow, leave us a review and join us next time as we explore more on what's happening in your teen parenting world!
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51min

FAQs about Sounds Like Teen Spirit:

How many episodes does Sounds Like Teen Spirit have?

The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.